Apr 9, 2026 | Patio Covers
Installing gutters on a pergola is the process of mounting a channel-and-downspout drainage system to a pergola’s beams or fascia to redirect rainwater away from the structure, foundation, and living space below. This guide covers gutter type selection,...
Mar 30, 2026 | Alumawood, Patio Covers
An Alumawood pergola roof is an aluminum patio structure engineered to replicate the look of real wood while delivering superior durability and minimal maintenance. Solid and lattice are the two primary roof styles, and each creates a fundamentally different outdoor...
Mar 25, 2026 | Alumawood, Patio Covers
Alumawood is an aluminum patio cover embossed with a wood grain finish, while a lattice pergola is a traditional shade structure built from natural wood species like cedar, redwood, or pressure-treated pine. Both serve as outdoor shade solutions, but they differ...
Mar 25, 2026 | Alumawood, Patio Covers
Alumawood is a wood grain-embossed aluminum pergola system, while vinyl pergolas use PVC sleeves over a structural wood core. Both materials eliminate traditional wood maintenance, but they differ significantly in heat resistance, longevity, and long-term value. This...
Mar 7, 2026 | Alumawood, Patio Covers
Choosing the right contractor for an Alumawood patio cover in Phoenix is a process of verifying credentials, evaluating experience, and confirming that the installer understands the specific demands of building in the desert Southwest. This guide covers contractor...
Mar 7, 2026 | Alumawood, Patio Covers
Alumawood installation is a multi-phase process that typically takes about three months from initial consultation to final walkthrough, though the actual on-site build often wraps up in one to five days depending on project size. This guide covers the factors that...
